➀ Microsoft recently released their annual Xbox year-in-review, similar to Spotify-Wrapped, allowing users to view their gaming statistics from the past year. Now, PS4/5 owners can enjoy the same experience with the 2024 PlayStation wrap-up. The website is live and offers a variety of statistics about users' gaming habits, including achievements, most played games, and more. Notably, this year's wrap-up also includes lifelong statistics, tracking the user's entire PlayStation account history. ➁ The 2024 wrap-up celebrates the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand with a retro aesthetic and graphics. ➃ Sony is offering more than just a typical annual wrap-up to celebrate this milestone.

➀ Sony has introduced a new feature for PS5 owners to customise their console's software based on their favorite PlayStation generation; ➁ The update includes classic boot music and visuals from PS1, PS2, PS3, and PS4; ➂ This feature is available for a limited time to celebrate the 30th anniversary of PlayStation.

➀ MONTECH has launched a new PSU series, TITAN PLA, in collaboration with Seasonic; ➁ The series supports up to 1200W with 90% efficiency; ➂ It features advanced standards, certifications, and unique cable design.

1. Intel's upcoming Panther Lake platform is detailed in new Coreboot files, confirming previous rumors and introducing a new Panther Lake-H variant without integrated graphics. 2. The platform is set to target the laptop market and is expected to launch in 2025, featuring upgrades over Lunar Lake. 3. Panther Lake may come in four configurations, with power limits ranging from 15 to 240 watts, indicating a significant increase in performance capabilities.

1. The development team behind DUNE Awakening has expressed difficulties in optimizing the game for the Xbox Series S, calling it a 'challenge'. 2. The game will initially launch on PC due to the need for extensive optimizations before releasing on Xbox. 3. Despite the challenges, the team is confident in delivering a well-performing game on all platforms, including older hardware.

1. Final Fantasy XIV's director, Naoki Yoshida, has revealed plans to bring the MMO to Nintendo consoles. 2. Yoshida mentioned the goal is to release the game on as many devices as possible. 3. The reference to Nintendo consoles might include both current and future hardware, potentially hinting at the upcoming Switch successor.

1. Guilty Gear -Strive-, a popular 2.5D fighting game, is set to release on Nintendo Switch on January 23, 2025. 2. The Switch edition will include all characters and updates from Seasons 1-3, priced at $60. 3. The game will feature rollback netcode for improved online stability, though crossplay is limited to PlayStation and PC.

1. Astro Bot, a 3D mascot platformer from PlayStation’s Team Asobi, is set to receive a sequel as indicated by leaked PlayStation Trophies. 2. The Platinum Trophy for the game includes a description hinting at a future adventure. 3. The potential success of the game could lead to a full-fledged sequel in the near future.

1. Qualcomm is expected to unveil a new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus at IFA 2024; 2. The new SKU, X1P-42-100, targets the sub-$800 laptop market with an Oryon CPU; 3. The CPU offers reduced GPU performance but maintains AI capabilities and supports up to three 4K monitors.

1. AMD has announced the Ryzen 5 7600X3D CPU, featuring six cores and 3D V-Cache technology, exclusively available at Microcenter in the US; 2. The processor boosts to 4.7GHz and includes 96MB of L3 cache; 3. Currently, it is only offered in a bundle with a motherboard and memory at Microcenter, with no news on availability in other regions.

1. Thermaltake releases CT ARGB Sync and CT Reverse ARGB Sync fans in four colors: black, white, blue, and green. 2. The fans feature improved blades and nine addressable LEDs for customizable lighting effects. 3. Both series include a daisy-chain design for easier cable management and secure wire connections.

1. Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, a remaster of the 2012 action game, is set to release on current-gen consoles and PC on September 12th. 2. The remaster will also be available on last-gen consoles (PS4 and Xbox One) in November. 3. This move by developers to release games on last-gen consoles after current-gen versions is becoming more common.

1. Sony accidentally revealed the release date of LEGO Horizon Adventures as November 14, 2024, on its official website. 2. The information was later removed, but the November release window seems confirmed. 3. An official confirmation of the release date is expected during Sony's upcoming State of Play Showcase.

1. Yakuza Kiwami, a remake of the original PS2 Yakuza game, is coming to the Nintendo Switch. 2. The game features Kazuma Kiryu navigating through a story of love, humanity, and betrayal in a modern-day Japanese red-light district. 3. Originally running at 1080p 60fps on PS4, it remains to be seen if the same performance can be achieved on the Nintendo Switch.

1. Rumors and leaks suggest that Sony is developing the PS5 Pro, expected to launch in 2024. 2. Insider Jeff Grubb claims the PS5 Pro might be announced at a State of Play event by the end of September. 3. The discussion around the PS5 Pro has intensified, with recent evidence pointing to its imminent release.

1. Sony is reportedly paying close attention to the handheld market following the success of the PlayStation Portal. 2. The PlayStation Portal has exceeded expectations and is the no.1 best selling gaming accessory of the year so far. 3. The success of the Nintendo Switch and the Steam Deck indicates a continued market for portable gaming.

1. Rumors and leaks about the PS5 Pro have been circulating since 2022, with plans for a 2024 launch. 2. The unannounced console was reportedly an 'open secret' at Gamescom, with multiple developers confirming its existence. 3. With various developers either aware of or working with the PS5 Pro, its announcement is expected to be imminent.

1. AMD announced a Windows 11 update that significantly enhances Zen 5's gaming performance; 2. The update was unexpected and focuses on gaming, despite the Ryzen 9 9950X not being primarily a gaming CPU; 3. KitGuru tested the update with various CPUs and SSDs, finding that the 24H2 update for Windows 11 indeed impacts gaming performance for AMD Zen 5, though the exact mechanism remains unclear.

1. Microsoft Flight Simulator receives its 17th World Update, focusing on Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. 2. The update includes a visual overhaul of 10 cities and introduces 116 new points of interest. 3. Three new handcrafted airports and nine additional activities are also part of the update.

1. Striking Distance Studios, known for The Callisto Protocol, announces a new game [REDACTED], described as a fast-action isometric roguelike set in the same universe. 2. The game, [REDACTED], involves a shadowy agent navigating the chaos at Black Iron Prison, a state-of-the-art penitentiary on Callisto. 3. The new game is set to launch on October 31st, coinciding with Halloween.